Alabama state ethics law

Gambling legislation and proposed changes to the state ethics law failed to win final approval at the end of Alabama’s lawmaking session in Montgomery. Lawmakers faced a public backlash over IVF access. Clinics paused services following a state court ruling equating frozen embryos to children.

Alabama lawmakers have advanced a revamp of the state ethics law. Lawmakers said the legislation would provide clearer rules for public officials and employees about what they can and can't do.

Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard may start the new year as a free man. The ousted lawmaker is reportedly nearing the end of his prison sentence for his conviction on ethics charges.

ATHENS, Ala. (AP) — A former Alabama judge indicted for stealing from clients has withdrawn a bid to have the charges thrown out. Special Circuit Judge…